Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 43.7 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.31 |
| Below Poverty | 13.2% ▲ 32% above avg |
| College Grads | 40.0% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 4.9% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 377 (1.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 6,213 (32.1%) |
| Some College | 2,703 (14%) |
| Associates | 2,330 (12%) |
| Bachelors | 2,731 (14.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 5,005 (25.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $64,471 ▼ 16% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $145,614 ▼ 48% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $953/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 14,842 |
| Vacant Units | 2,209 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Seneca County is located in New York and encompasses 8 ZIP codes spanning 8 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 30,627 residents. With a median age of 43.69, it is a middle-aged county.
Seneca County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $64,471 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 4.9%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 13.2% is above the national average.
Housing in Seneca County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $145,614 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $953. Homeownership rates are high at 70.4%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Seneca County are primarily White (87.59%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 40.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Seneca County, NY is a solidly middle-class area in New York. The 8 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14847 | Interlaken | 2,385 | $72,981 | $202,000 | $1,125 | 2.9% | 48.4% |
| 14860 | Lodi | 1,079 | $75,500 | $152,800 | $682 | 5.4% | 32.2% |
| 14521 | Ovid | 3,282 | $59,700 | $150,400 | $875 | 3.6% | 35.6% |
| 14541 | Romulus | 3,523 | $78,125 | $223,700 | $1,200 | 3.6% | 39.5% |
| 13148 | Seneca Falls | 10,798 | $58,971 | $129,700 | $910 | 5.3% | 42.5% |
| 13165 | Waterloo | 9,429 | $63,915 | $118,600 | $926 | 6.0% | 38.1% |